Lexus ES300 - A/C Compressor & Condenser Replacement
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- Опубліковано 3 жов 2024
- This video will show you how to replace the a/c compressor and condenser on a Lexus ES300. If you choose not to replace the condenser and if it's partially clogged, you run the risk of new compressor failure in less than a month...and forget about collecting on a warranty claim. You must show proof of installing a new condenser or receipt of a cleaned condenser from a professional a/c repair shop.
The procedure and steps should be virtually identical to the ES300's cousin which is the V6 Camry and Avalon. In addition, all disconnected a/c hose and connection points will have their O rings replaced along with the high and low pressure service port schrader valves. This will ensure a complete seal of the a/c system. Approximately 2 oz of PAG 46 compressor oil will be added to the factory pre-oiled compressor to compensate for lost residual oil in the condenser and attached accumulator. The system will then be evacuated (or vacuumed) to remove any residual moisture before introduction of 26 to 30 oz of R134a refrigerant. The evacuation of the system will require the use of an a/c vacuum pump along with high (red), low (blue) and vacuum service (yellow) hoses to be connected to an a/c manifold with high and low pressure gauges. The vacuum pump, hoses and a/c manifold can be rented from retail auto parts providers like Autozone or Oreilly's. You many have to purchase an a/c refill can adapter to connect to the yellow service hose if not available for rent.
The replacement parts used in this video are made by Denso. Denso is the OEM provider for Toyota and Lexus.
The typical repair cost for this job can reach up to $1,400. If you do the repair yourself, the parts may cost you somewhere in the neighborhood of $400... a savings of around $1,000.
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Excellent video 👍Just what I needed to replace the old girl’s AC compressor.
Thanks! Glad it helped and worked out for you!
Watching this video was SUPER helpful - mainly because it showed me that I am going to trade in my Lexus for a newer car - lol.
Whatever the dealer offers you for your car, I'll match it! Send me an email to get in touch.
Exactly the steps are not in line !
When you reach 60-100k miles it’ll happen again
@@hardlymovingpro does the 2013 es300h run on alternator?
I just bought a 2000 es300 with 197,000 miles on it. The alternator just went out the same week I bought it but seeing this video I purchased a new alternator and serpentine belt and will replace them. Great work done here in the video easy to follow and informative.
I also have a Check Engine light that sprouted up, running diagnostics on it, the results gave error p0440. It states more than likely it's the Vapor Canister giving the alert.....ah well. Planning to get it all done bit by bit.
Love this car ! Thanks for your time and the video.
Thanks for your post and good choice buying the ES300. Repairs are manageable and you can do them yourself with this car.
@@hardlymovingpro thanks for the blessing good sir. Have a great weekend !
Thanks and you too!
Hate to see the series end here, I enjoyed watching.
You should watch our 92 Mitsubishi 3000 GT videos.
@@hardlymovingpro I am working my way through them, did you keep, paint, or just sell the Lexus?
We sold it. Went pretty quick. Just finished reapholstering the 3000 GT. Came out really nice. Took us 2 days to do it.
Sir, I want to thank you for your videos. I have a LexusRX 300 that needed a new ac compressor. Im a stubborn man who hates to pay the bloated prices you find at almost every garage. I watched your video over and over and was able to do the work myself. I was a chef/manager all my life and only tinkered with cars over the last 3+ years. The kicker is, I have Cerebral Palsey and have to crawl around alot when I have to get under the car. Im not complaining. I can stand ok but at 60 Im not the man I used to be! I did not do the freeon . Maybe next time. Thank you. I wish I could shake your hand! The best.I aint scared of these MFers as Bernie Mac would say. Peace.
You're welcome and glad you were able to do the repair yourself! We're working on some more videos on the RX300 so stay tuned.
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Great video! My friend's ES300's compressor just locked up and broke the belt. Now I am planning to help him replace it. Looks like a long day job, but doable!
Good luck! And don't forget to replace the condenser.
well dont remove the radiator it is not necessary it is much easier to remove the alternator and the brackets off there are 4 brackets that have to be removed they take about 15 to 20 min to remove and about 10 to 15 to put back on now compare that to removing a radiator 30 min vs 2 to 3 hrs
@@AaronHallKOSEO For me, I can pull the radiator out in under 10 minutes flat. I leave the upper and lower hoses attached along with the ATF lines and yank the whole thing out giving me lots of maneuvering room. But if you're okay working in tight spaces, that's your call.
@@hardlymovingpro do you need to replace the condenser every time you change the compressor, or just if the compressor locked up?
My New Compressor states replace the Dryer. That looks easy compared to Compressor. If I don't it voids warranty
Wow great video man, but it is way beyond my mechanic experience 😬.
Thanks ... I hear ya ... but there are subscribers on this channel that have done it.
You are a legend. Thank you !
You bet!
This a good youtuber he text back
Thanks!
I wish I still lived in Southaven, I would love for you to put in my timing belt and spark plugs on my rx330 if you had the time. Great mechanic. Hey, does my 3MZ-FE have the coil packs up front and boots in the rear 3, like your 1MZ?
Thanks for your post! Coil packs all around. For me, easier to remove plenum to get to rear plugs.
excelente video me ayudo adetectar la ruta electrica y de sensores que influyen en el encendido y funcionamiento del compresor de aire de mi lexus es300
Thanks!
This is a great video but for someone who has fewer than 100 hours of working on cars I need a more organized approach,,,a more by the numbers approach. That's not a criticism of you but a confession by me of how much I don't know. I think that taking the radiator and alternator out and putting them back in is the easy part. I've never done it but I'm sure I could do it. I have an RX 300 and the A/C doesn't work. My first thought is to take to an A/C place to have them do a diagnosis. I downloaded some documents from Denso and it seems that my system has a leak and is empty of any Freon. But the person I got the car from was told that it needed a compressor. So it will be an adventure. What I feel the mosts lost on is all of the work on the A/C system itself in terms of getting the right things in the right places under the right pressure.
First check the pressure before turning the engine on. Should be over 70 psi. If not, you've got a leak. Also. Check your ac fuse. Usually 10 amps.
Thanks. A good starting point.
Great video and just in time as I'm replacing the a/c compressor with a new Denso unit. Provided instructions are vague for compressor oil. Pre-installed oil was 3.75oz....specs call for 7oz oil for compressor. Bought some PAG 46
If you're going to replace the condenser and accumulator, add approximately 3 oz of oil to compensate for the lost oil from the replacement. If not, add only 1 oz to compensate for lost oil during compressor installation. You can add the extra oil via 12 oz freon cans with 1 oz of oil (giving you 11 oz of freon per can). So 2 cans gives you 2 oz ... and you can add the additional 1 oz into the compressor. If you're using no oil freon cans, add the oil via the high pressure service port by removing the schrader valve and sucking it in by attaching your vacuum pump to the low pressure service port. I made a video on how to do that ... BTW.
@@hardlymovingpro Understand about the CYA explanation but I plan to install the new Denso compressor which had 3.75 oz of oil...so you're suggesting to add one more oz of oil, correct? Thanks for quick response
That's correct ... add 1 oz if not replacing the condenser and accumulator. However, read the Denso warranty. If you cannot provide proof that you cleaned/replaced the condenser, replaced the accumulator and the expansion valve, they will not honor any warranty claims on a failed compressor.
@@hardlymovingpro Reread the warranty instructions and it stated MANDATORY to replace the receiver drier/accumulator. Will order one tonight. Does this change the amount of oil to add on top of what came with the new Denso compressor (3.75oz)?
Greatly appreciate all your assistance!
So helpful thanks. Can I ask, how much Pag46 oil do you add? Is it just a bit to lubricate the o rings or do you have to pour some into the condensor itself?
You need to add 1 oz of PAG for each component that's being replaced (i.e. condenser, accumulator, evaporator) except for a new compressor if it came preloaded with oil. Here's a video on how to get new oil in: ua-cam.com/video/vGpM8va2XFg/v-deo.html
@@hardlymovingpro Brilliant, thanks
How many labor hours did this take from start to finish?
I'd say around 4 hours.
Great execution once again! That job requires a lot of work; almost makes $1,400 seem like a deal. Did all the O-rings come in the compressor and condenser kit, or did you have to order them separately? At 2:39 there's a set of electrical connector pliers that I've never seen before, that looks like they'd be quite handy to have. Could you please share the manufacturer and model number if you have it? Thanks in advance.
Thanks for your post. I have a bunch of leftover O-rings from previous A/C repair jobs. You can buy them cheap for under $10. At 2:39, they're called "Fuel Line Clip Disconnect Pliers". Here's a link in Amazon: amzn.to/2JV2UER
I've used ring pliers before, but I like the fuel line pliers. Thanks for the link; one can never have too many pairs of pliers!
I know. The amount time I have saved with these custom pliers when taking off these electrical connectors cannot be measured.
HOW LONG TO REMOVE AND REPLACE ONLY COMPRESSOR ? PLEASE REPLY
For me, around 1 hour.
Great video, you have just got a new subscriber! Question: do you really need to disconnect all the hoses, and remove the radiator? I want to know if possible to just loose the radiator assembly, without disconnecting the fluid lines (messy), just tilt the radiator against the engine, and work my out out the crack space? have you ever tried this way or know for a fact that this thought would work? thanks again!!!
thanks! In this video the radiator wasn't removed.
Just wondering what brand of push pin plyers you are using? I can't find that wide mouth version.
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How much pulleys does this car ac compressor use …..?
Don't understand your question.
Great video! Thank you
Why didn't replace accumulator at this time?
My bad. Didn't show the accumulator replacement in the video. But yes, the accumulator SHOULD BE REPLACED with every new condenser replacement.
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Ok. Thank you!
No problem ... glad to help.
@hardlymoving I'm changing a compressor and the condenser...do you suggest adding 2oz of PAG oil in addition to the oil that already comes in the compressor. I'm stumped as to how much PAG oil to add...the condenser I just pulled didn't have any oil any it...will find out about the compressor when i pull it tomorrow
Outside of the compressor, add 1 oz of additional oil for each component being replaced. (i.e. condenser, accumulator, evaporator)
@@hardlymovingpro Just to confirm...the Denso compressor comes pre-oiled(will need to check how much). I'm also replacing the condenser, the expansion valves and the receiver/drier in the condenser...What would be the suggested total...can I pour directly into the elements or should I use your video showing how to ad from the high side?....apologies...just trying to be careful
@@hardlymovingpro About to go for it...any clarity you can provide?
New compressor only had 1.5oz in it (same as the old)
Can this condenser work in a rx300
You'd have to cross reference the part number.
Very thorough. Is this similar to the 99 rx300?
Thanks! Virtually the same. Uses the same engine.
@@hardlymovingpro what's the labor hour for the compressor job?
@@Usmanthemecano For both the compressor and condenser including evacuation and recharge ... around under 4 hours. I've done so many that if I pickup my pace, can do it under 3.
@@hardlymovingpro thank you sir. That sounds about right by me. Have a great one!
@@Usmanthemecano You bet!
If im only replacing the compressor do i still need to remove the radiator?
That's really up to you. If you leave the radiator in place, you'll need to remove the alternator to get a clear path to the compressor. If you remove the radiator, the alternator can stay in place. Recently replaced just a compressor on a Sienna. Removed the alternator and left the radiator alone.
Why did you have to change the condenser? How do you diagnose that?
Because if you cannot show proof that either the condenser was replaced or was cleaned/purged with the new compressor installation, the compressor supplier will not honor any future warranty claims. They also want you to replace the expansion valve as well. Anyway, the tubes inside a condenser is so narrow, blowing out and cleaning any debris with solvent is next to impossible. The replaced compressor in this video was making a heck of a lot of noise and I couldn't take the risk that debris from this compressor's internals worked their way to the condenser. In the past, I had tried to save the customer money by not replacing the condenser only to burn myself a month later with a failed compressor. With both a new compressor and condenser, the risk of failure is next to zero. But if you want to save money, just replace the compressor and cross your fingers. If it fails, forget about a warranty claim unless you show proof you've purchased both a new condenser and expansion valve. To show proof you cleaned the condenser, have a receipt from a professional a/c shop.
The only way to diagnose a clogged condenser is to install a new compressor, evacuate, recharge the system and observe the high side pressure. I'd say if you can't get past 150 to 170 psi, you've got a clog ... which means you have to replace the condenser ... which means evacuate again and start the repair process again if you did already damage the compressor. Most full service a/c repair shops will not replace the compressor without a new condenser. They're in CYA mode. Hence the average cost of an a/c job being around $1,400.
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thanks!
Does a 98 Lexus ES300 have a orifice tube and where is it
No orifice tube but an expansion valve. Behind the firewall attached to the evaporator.
Where can I purchase a high pressure line ? Can’t find one for the life of me
Try rockauto.com
I have a ES350 Lexus 09 my AC went out can I just change the compressor without the condenser
If it went out because of a a worn out clutch ... then yes, I'd say you can get away with it. But be forewarned. After evacuation and recharge, if the high pressure side does not get to 180 psi or higher, you probably have some debris impediment in the condenser tubes that needs to be cleared. Personally, I don't take the chance since new condensers are inexpensive (under $100) and not that big a deal to replace. If you're going to remove the radiator to get to the compressor from the top of the engine, you're half way there in removing the condenser.
@@hardlymovingpro thanks because you right 69 dollars am glad you text back am tuned in for more help
@@printissgraham4930 You bet and no problem! You may see some videos where guys are trying to swap out the old compressor from the bottom of the car without touching the radiator. A big hassle if you ask me. I can have the radiator out in 5 minutes flat giving me a clear and open path to the compressor.
Is this a 1999 Lexus es300
It's a 97. The 99 has the same engine but with VVT-i (interference). 99 Compressor is different but the condenser is the same.
How different would this be to do to a gs300
The GS300 is a rear wheel drive vehicle with a front facing inline 6 cylinder engine. Basically a different car with a different engine to be doing this job. The repair concept is still the same.
@@hardlymovingpro thanks man great video btw
My pleasure and thanks for your support!
What happened to this Lexus? Are done with it?
Sold to a desperate local subscriber. He's very ☺!
Current project is a Mitsubishi 3000 GT. 7 videos out there.
Nice! I have the same vehicle. Was curious how everything turned out. I purchased this vehicle a few days ago. It drives great and was taking care off pretty well but it's a small oil leak in the middle of the car...closer to the driver side. I wanted to get a few of the items done on your list.
@@gregoryharris3493 There's wasn't that much left to do with the car before I sold it. The videos covered all the major issues. Did replace an exterior door handle. If you really want to see a great re-do project, check out a few of the 3000 GT videos. Oh ... the ES300 sunroof can jam up. Recommend you clean up the rails.
You should show how people will be suffer by themselves, not you. Otherwise - good step-by-step video.
The receiver drier SHOULD have been replaced my friend, you were right there, with it in your hand, shameful 🙄
The accumulator is integrated with the condenser.
You say: "Make sure there isn't any residual Freon pressure. Your local A/C shop can remove any Freon still in the lines." What? I can call a local A/C shop and someone will come out and remove freon from the lines? Really? Hard to believe. At least not for less than $100.
I hear you. Whatever works for you.
@@hardlymovingpro Let me try again. About what you suggested I am totally ignorant. My thoughts were an expression of me trying to come to terms with what you were proposing. How would that work that someone would come and remove Freon from the lines?
@@equsnarnd any auto repair facility that does ac work ... I'm calling a ac shop. Technically illegal to discharge freon into the atmosphere. You're call.
I like your work, but some owners shouldn't own Lexus's or any Toyota's hahaha !
I mean come on, they seriously can't afford to replace hood/bonnet struts ?, i bet they didn't even use an OEM condenser & compressor 😂
True ... But there's a lot of 20+ yr old cars that are now affordable for the less financially fortunate.
@@hardlymovingpro New struts are in my opinion a safety thing, back on the old land yachts, them things had massive springs that never needed replacing, they probably got rid of'em to maximise profit 😂😂😂
But in the old days the springs were removed to be re-tempered to bring back tensile strength
@@hardlymovingpro True, they were reusable, now it's planned obsolescence everything. Unless it's an old Toyota/Lexus then they go for years & years 😂
Old denso compressors if ran frequently run well past 200k and still never need a charge, stay freezing cold, etc.
And YES the A/C should always remain on even in winter, it keeps humidity down, thus preventing the glass fogging up. Even having the temp on HOT or 28°C, the a/c's purpose then is to keep moisture down to a minimum 😀😄
I believe you should have drained & took the Radiator out first before you did the alternator......?
You could ... if you want.
why are you removing the radiator? what a huge waste of time
Thanks for your post! Because: 1. Provides more room to remove the compressor and condenser. 3. Can remove the radiator in 5 minutes.
Yeah came here to see if i was going to replace this myself or pay for labor... i'm paying for labor then selling this piece of crap
Yup. I hear you. Labor rates on auto repair is very high these days.
Bottom line don’t buy a Lexus. Drive a Bicycle.
The ES300 is a Camry / Avalon V6 with different body panels and interior. They all use the MZ-FE V6 engine. Most of the mechanical parts are not unique to the ES300 and interchangeable with other Toyota vehicles. Bicycle is good ... as long as it's not too cold, windy, raining, snowing, carrying stuff, going up a hill, etc.